Mango Mule

4-5 slices of cucumber

1 oz honey syrup

1.5 oz mango puree

1.5 oz fresh lime juice

Ice

In the bottom of a cocktail shaker, muddle cucumber and honey syrup. Shake the mango puree and lime juice vigorously with ice. Pour into a copper mug. Stir in the ginger beer before serving.

Lemongrass Jasmine Iced Tea

                                    Ingredients

4-5 pieces of cut lemon grass

.5 oz simple syrup

.5 oz lemon

4 oz jasmine tea

2 oz lychee juice

Instructions

 

Blueberry Mojito

                                   Ingredients

6-8 mint leaves

Handful of fresh blueberries

2 oz of lime juice

2 oz of simple syrup

Splash of club soda

Instructions

 

 

Berry Burlesque

                                   Ingredients

.5 oz lime juice

.5 oz honey syrup

1 oz black currant puree

4-6 mint leaves

                                    Instructions

In a shaker filled with ice, combine, and shake all contents except the ginger beer, then strain over new ice. Top with ginger beer.

 

Vantage Point

2 oz ‘New London Light’

2 oz coffee (cold brew, decaffeinated or fresh)

.5 oz agave syrup

Orange peel to garnish

Instructions

 

 

Rose Fizz

                                    Ingredients

1 egg white

1 tsp powdered sugar

.5 oz fresh lemon juice

Fentimans Rose Lemonade to top

Instructions

 

 

Lyre’s Dublin Double Irish Coffee

                                   Ingredients

2.5 oz Lyre’s American Malt

4 oz hot brewed coffee

.25 oz premium maple syrup

3 oz whipped cream

Instructions

 

Virgin Watermelon Margarita

                                   Ingredients

1 medium seedless watermelon, cut into chunks

.5 cup fresh lime juice

4 tsp agave

5 tbsp sparkling water

Instructions

 

Seedlip Spice & Tonic

                                   Ingredients

2 oz Seedlip Spice 94

Tonic syrup to taste

Tonic water to taste

Star anise

Cinnamon stick

Instructions

  

 

Pina Serrano Margarita

                                   Ingredients

1 oz Optimist Smokey Non-Alc Tequila

2-4 slices of serrano pepper

2 oz pineapple juice

.5 oz lime juice

.5 oz simple syrup

Instructions

 

Tips on Hosting Parties with Family & Friends

1.       Make a Decision Regarding Alcohol

If you’ve only recently been sober, it may be tough for you to be around other people who are drinking and partaking in the behaviors that you’ve recently given up – so instead, throw a sober party free of alcohol and drugs. Choose the one that best supports your current stage of recovery. If you don’t feel comfortable being around alcohol or drugs at this point in your recovery, make it clear to your guests that alcohol and other substances are not welcome.

2.       Make Your Guests a Priority

 

Avoid inviting unsupportive friends and old acquaintances, such as those who may urge you to drink or take drugs despite knowing you’re trying to stay sober. Don’t feel bad about not inviting old friends who are still active users. If it comes up, explain that you’ve limited the guest list to a small group to prevent jeopardizing your sobriety. Friends who are worth having will recognize that your recuperation is your main concern.

3.       Invite Your Sober Friends

Attending a party as the sole sober person can be scary and organizing a party can be even more so. Invite a few sober friends to you own party to avoid feeling lonely. At a social gathering, new friends you’ve met at meetings, your sponsor, and even old acquaintances who already live a sober lifestyle can provide a pillar of support. If you’re inviting friends who are also in recovery, consider their needs as well. For example, if you plan to serve alcohol at your party, make sure they’re comfortable with the presence of alcohol.

4.       Put the Emphasis on the Food

Instead of focusing on drinking, turn your attention to food by preparing some inventive and delectable foods for your gathering. You may get pretty creative with party cuisine, whether you’re planning to serve a full meal or simply provide plenty of snack items for your guests to enjoy. Make it a putlock and invite your guests to bring their favorite party food or dish to share if you’re too stressed out about party planning.

5.       Make It a Theme or Activity-Focused Event

If you’re concerned that your guests won’t have enough to talk about, a theme party will put that fear to rest. Request that your guests dress appropriately for a sure-fire discussion starter. Alternatively, you map plan a party centered on a specific activity. Go bowling, for example, or organize a hike with a group of friends. An activity-focused party is the most certain method to keep your guests entertained, and it can also reduce the stress of party planning.

6.       Don’t Forget About the Icebreakers

If your guests list is made up of old and new pals, chances are they don’t all know each other. Break the ice with enjoyable introduction activities to help everyone get to know one another and start the conversation.

Throwing a party – and keeping sober – doesn’t have to be a chore when you’re in addiction recovery. Follow these tips to plan a fun, safe get-together with the people you care about without jeopardizing your sobriety.

Information From:

Sources: https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/drinks/how-to/g785/best-mocktail-recipes/

https://drugalternativeprogram.org/how-to-host-a-party-without-compromising-your-sobriety/

https://vertavahealth.com/blog/7-sober-party-tips/